Whirlpool 4152821 Installation Instructions page 2

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN, READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND
CAREFULLY. THEY WILL SIMPLIFY THE INSTALLATION.
After removing the shipping carton, be sure to remove all
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Lay two carton corner posts or other protective material
protective packaging materials such as tape and shipping (such as a throw rug) on the floor; then lay the unit on either
pads. Waxy residue from protective shipping material of its sides on the corner posts. The corner posts will
may be removed from compactor with a mild solution of
protect the finish of the compactor and the floor. See
liquid household cleaner and water.
Figure 7. NOTE: Do not truck or handle by console.
Your compactor is designed for recessed installation. A
six (6) inch (15cm) clearance from the right edge of the
drawer front is desirable for added convenience in bag
removal. Also allow twenty-three (23) inches (58.4 cm) in
front of the appliance for drawer removalSee Figure 2.
COMPACTOR
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OBJECTS
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(15cml
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The compactor's overall dimensions are: Height 33-7/8"
(86cm) (min.), Depth 24" (slcm), Width 15" (38.lcm).
Select a cabinet opening to fit. See Figure 3.
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33-l/8"
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Remove drawer as shown:
a. Grip handle and raise front of drawer until it clears
stops. See Figure 4.
b. Grasp side ridges of the drawer and lift drawer out.
See Figure 5.
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
Remove any materials that are shipped in the drawer.
Some models have a literature storage compartment
located inside the front panel. See Figure 6. DO NOT
REMOVE THE BAG.
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FIGURE 7
Remove the cardboard shipping pad located on the bottom.
See Figure 7. Stand compactor upright.
A grounded receptacle should be located 18" (45.7 cm)
(min.) from the floor and in the center of the opening. See
Figure 8.
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18" (45.7 cm) MIN.
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FIGURE 8
Before moving the compactor into position, measure the
cabinet opening as shown in Figure 9. To determine if
height adjustment is required, see steps 9 and 10 below.
-CABINET OPENING
FIGURE 9
The rear wheels of your compactor are preset for a
minimum cabinet opening of 34" (86.4 cm) (position A). To
adjust for higher openings, tilt the compactor to one side
and support with a corner post or a screwdriver handle.
CAUTION: Use care so that the compactor does not
drop on your hand.
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To adjust the height, remove screw from position "A" in
Figure 70. Move the rear wheel and screw to position "B
or C":
33-718" to 34-3/l 6" (86 cm to 86.8cm) use position "B":
34-3/16" to 34-l/2" (86.8cm to 87.6cm) use
position "C".
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FIGURE 10
Repeat for other rear wheel.
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